Gretta
[ˈɡrɛtə]Meaning
A name derived from the Old High German 'grāto', meaning pearl.
Background Story
Gretta is often seen as a diminutive form of the name Margaret, which has been used in various literary works, most notably as a character in Shakespeare's plays.
Variations
Greta, Margaret
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